Be Well: Rethinking Well-being in Youth Work
The "Be Well" training course aimed to enhance the capacity of youth workers to address mental health and well-being among young people. Through interactive sessions, knowledge exchange, and practical toolkits, participants explored how to support youth more effectively in both personal and professional development. The project focused on stress, trauma, self-awareness, youth employment, and lifelong learning opportunities through programs like Erasmus+.
Location
Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg
Duration
July 2023
Focus Areas
Youth mental health, professional development, non-formal education
Key Activities
Group discussions, practical tools exchange, peer learning
Funding
Erasmus+ Programme
Key Activities & Learning
Team-Building and Group Formation
Participants took part in interactive games and a group walk to build trust and connection at the start of the training.
Mental Health Perspectives Exchange
Discussions focused on how PTSD, anxiety, and stress affect youth in different countries, with participants sharing national challenges and contexts.
Art and Self-Exploration
Sessions explored how art can be used as a tool for self-expression and understanding mental health experiences.
Youth Employment and Soft Skills
Activities highlighted the role of soft skills and networking in improving youth employment opportunities and well-being.
Introduction to Erasmus+
Participants were introduced to the Erasmus+ program and discussed how it supports youth work and life skills development.
Outcomes & Impact
Impact & Outcome
The training enhanced participants’ understanding of youth mental health issues and provided a space for sharing approaches across different countries. Through practical sessions and discussions, youth workers gained actionable tools and greater sensitivity to the diverse well-being needs of young people. The course fostered a network of practitioners committed to promoting mental health in youth work across Europe.